I replaced the HB of my 98 ML320 at about 68k miles as "preventive" maintenance after reading all the horror stories. The service manager seemed to be aware that this is a common problem. The cost is about $300 including labor. No big deal given the damage it can do. I am waiting for a class action lawsuit to get my money back...

I also need to get reimbursed for a power steering leak failure: $1200. There should be a class action lawsuit for that defect too.

TJ

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TJ

1998 ML 320
2002 Jag X-type